Times Like These

Times Like These

By Wes Encalade, Blake Encalade, Scott Schlegel, Steven SchlegelComedySociety & CultureLeisureRelationshipsHobbies
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Times Like These episodes

  • E80: So Long, 2024!

    In this end of year episode, Wes tests the fellas with a crowd breaking quiz to see how much they remember about 2024. The guys then enjoy a discussion around their favorite watch releases of the year and some watchy hopes for 2025. They’ll finish with a “life’s too short” conversation discussing some serious (and not so serious) themes to make the rest of their lives as rich as possible. Happy New Year from your friends at TLT!

    47 min
  • E79: Scotch and Stitch's Christmas Episode

    In this episode, the fellas channel their holiday Siskel and Ebert as they judge a Christmas Movie Tournament to determine the best Christmas movie ever.  They’ll then discuss the year in watches before being joined by Scotch the Elf and his associate, Stitch, for a gift exchange.

    1 hr 14 min
  • E78: All-Day Defibrillator

    In this episode, the fellas back into a crowd-breaker pondering their names before Steven shares his arduous (and hilarious) car buying adventure in Tulsa. They then discuss whether they have a watch collecting “plan”, and the different collecting styles of the group. They finish with a discussion on sports viewing habits and how to navigate the landscape of a congested sports (and entertainment) world. Stick with these guys and you’ll be okay. 

    1 hr 1 min
  • E77: The Black Box

    In this episode, the fellas meander their way to a crowdbreaker involving some crazy hypotheticals. Then they discuss TV dial watches … their history and recent resurgence, along with some pieces that are worth a look. They’ll finish with a conversation about collaboration. 

    59 min
  • E76: Election Day

    In this special Election Day episode the fellas begin with a cheers to democracy and an electoral college quiz. They then educate themselves and the listener regarding the wristwatch game for each candidate. Are America’s wrists in good hands? They finish by sharing their hopes for future elections and are even joined by a (legitimately) surprising visit from Uncle Sam. If anyone can calm the nerves of a jittery nation, it’s him. 

    51 min
  • E75: The One Watch Collection

    In this episode, the fellas break the crowd with an intense (nonsensical) game of “Is it a real paint color?” They then stop down for a spirited discussion of one-watch collection options at a few different price points. They’ll finish with a very neighborly chat about what makes a good neighbor…and a bad one. 

    1 hr 4 min
  • E74: Mum’s the Word

    In this episode, the fellas break the crowd by tackling a super sports quiz. They then invite Chat GPT into the studio to roast each of our beloved watches. They’ll finish with a discussion of Homecoming rituals and the mystique of the mum. 

    1 hr
  • E73: Gentlemen Fell Trees

    In this episode, the fellas break the crowd by learning if they have what it takes to be a true gentleman. They then discuss the concept of the (largely bygone) employee recognition watch. Stay tuned till the end for a deep potato in sheep’s clothing as they discuss how to navigate the upcoming election. 

    53 min
  • E72: Bucket List Bonanza

    In this episode, we’ll welcome back football season by debating the Mt. Rushmore of iconic NFL helmets. Then, we recap a recent trip to Vegas and a visit to the largest watch store in the United States. We finish with a discussion of bucket lists. Stay tuned to the end as we tell you what to do before you die and update our programming schedule for the fall.  

    50 min

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A podcast about watches, but even more so, about navigating life and trying to appreciate the small details along the way. Join four lifelong friends, now in their mid-40s, as they discuss…

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